Lamination Apprentice
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Company: Nelipak Elsham Limited
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Location: Brigg, DN20 0SP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000035961
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Application Deadline Date: 10/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Shifts TBC.
Brief Description
Are you looking to start a career in manufacturing with a global company that supplies packaging solutions to the medical industry?
If you are motivated, eager to learn, and committed to producing quality work safely, we'd love to hear from you.
Training to be Provided
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will obtain a qualification in Print Operative Level 2.
- Training for both the apprenticeship and the relevant skills to succeed in the role will take place at the workplace, with no requirement to travel to the training provider, BPIF Training.
- The training and studying for the apprenticeship will be done remotely via Microsoft Teams/Zoom etc. and with onsite visits from the training coordinator.
Future Prospects
This apprenticeship is designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience required to build a successful career within manufacturing.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress into a permanent Lamination Operator role, where you will continue to develop your technical and operational skills.
As your experience grows, further career development opportunities may include:
- Senior Operator
- Team Leader
- Process Technician
- Quality Technician
- Manufacturing Support Roles
- Production Management roles
At Nelipak, we are committed to developing talent from within and supporting employees who demonstrate the right attitude, commitment, and potential to progress their careers.
This apprenticeship is an excellent first step into the manufacturing and medical packaging industry, providing a strong foundation for long-term career growth.
Vacancy Detail
As a Lamination Apprentice at Nelipak Elsham, you will gain hands-on experience operating specialist manufacturing equipment while developing valuable skills in quality, process control, health and safety, and continuous improvement. Working alongside experienced operators and mentors, you will learn how to produce high-quality flexible packaging products used within the healthcare sector.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, has a keen eye for detail, and wants to build a long-term career within manufacturing. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will receive structured training, ongoing support. You will work alongside an experienced buddy/trainer who will support your development and help you build the knowledge and skills required to become a competent Lamination Operator.
As a Lamination Apprentice, you will work alongside an experienced buddy/trainer who will support your development and help you build the knowledge and skills required to become a competent Lamination Operator.
Working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, you will spend time both on the shop floor and completing your apprenticeship studies. No two days will be exactly the same, but your training will include:
- Learning how the lamination process works and how flexible packaging materials are produced.
- Reading and interpreting production specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
- Assisting with machine set-ups and product changeovers.
- Selecting and preparing materials required for production jobs.
- Carrying out quality inspections and checks to ensure products meet customer specifications.
- Recording production and quality information using both paper-based and digital systems.
- Learning how to identify defects, investigate issues, and support process improvements.
- Supporting operators with unloading, packaging, palletising, and handling finished products.
- Maintaining high housekeeping standards and keeping work areas clean, safe, and organised.
- Learning and following health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
- Participating in team meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement activities.
- Gaining an understanding of how manufacturing departments work together to deliver products to customers.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gradually take on more responsibility as your knowledge and confidence grow, with the opportunity to develop into a fully trained Lamination Operator within a world-leading medical packaging business.
Other Information
- This apprenticeship would suit someone who:
- Enjoys practical, hands-on work.
- Has an interest in manufacturing, engineering, or production processes.
- Pays attention to detail and takes pride in producing quality work.
Is reliable, motivated, and eager to learn. - Can follow instructions and work safely at all times.
- Wants to build a long-term career within manufacturing.
- No previous manufacturing experience is required – full training will be provided. We are looking for attitude, commitment, and a willingness to learn.